Photo by: Bayou State Media Staff
In a remarkable display of unity and community engagement, the Eta Gamma Lambda Chapter of the fraternity Alpha Phi Alpha organized their annual Community Clean Up Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day event in the North Side area of Lafayette, Louisiana. The event brought together a diverse group of individuals, organizations, and local Lafayette and Louisiana residents, all working collaboratively to clean up the streets and enhance community connections.
The community cleanup aimed to pay homage to the principles of unity and service. This event was inspired by the importance of the vision Dr. King had for everyone, regardless of color or age, with volunteers from various backgrounds joining forces to make a positive impact in their community.
The primary focus of the community cleanup was on clearing trash and debris from the following streets: Buchanann, Pierce, and Patterson; Simcoe to I-10; Willow; MLK (University to Thwy); St Antoine; and the St Paul church area. The impact was immediate and visible, with volunteers working together to restore cleanliness to their community. Beyond the physical transformation, the event also strengthened the sense of pride and accomplishment among participants.
The collaborative efforts demonstrated the strength that arises when different groups and community members unite for a common cause. The impactful cleanup stands as a testament to the positive change that can be achieved when people, regardless of their affiliation, join hands to clean and beautify their neighborhoods, fostering a sense of community and shared responsibility.
The Eta Gamma Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha extends sincere appreciation to the following: Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority (Eta Chi Omega, Epsilon Beta), Zeta Xi (Alpha Phi Alpha ULL undergrad chapter), Liskow and Lewis, Habitat for Humanity, Lead Louisiana, Lafayette Chapter of NAACP, The Village 337, the Black Student Union (University of Louisiana at Lafayette), the Willow dance team, and the numerous Lafayette and Louisiana residents who joined forces for the recent community cleanup event. Their collective collaboration, support, and active involvement played a crucial role in making the event a resounding success. Together, they demonstrated the power of unity and community engagement, showcasing the positive change that can be achieved when diverse groups and community members come together for the betterment of our neighborhoods.
Special thanks to the president of the Eta Gamma Lambda chapter (Adrian King) for providing the information and details for their annual planned event. For more information about Eta Gamma Lambda and their contributions to the community, please click this link: [Eta Gamma Lambda Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/AcadianaAlphas).